Kevin Maxen, the associate strength coach of the Jacksonville Jaguars, is the first male coach in a men's professional sports league in the United States to come out as gay. He frankly expressed his reasoning for taking this step in an interview with Outsports, adding, "I … [Read more...] about Meet Kevin Maxen, the first US men’s professional sports coach to publicly come out as gay
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Not Impossible—A new way for deaf individuals to feel music
Over a year ago, Daniel Belquer, a musician and theater artist, was asked to join a team whose objective was to improve the live music experience for people who are deaf or hard of hearing. Witnessing these concertgoers' inventive workarounds, such as feeling vibrations … [Read more...] about Not Impossible—A new way for deaf individuals to feel music
New York Governor protects transgender youth’s right to transition-related care
New York Governor Kathy Hochul took an important step toward preserving the rights of transgender adolescents on Sunday, June 25th, by signing legislation to protect their access to transition-related medical treatment. The new law not only prevents New York courts from enforcing … [Read more...] about New York Governor protects transgender youth’s right to transition-related care
British Vogue makes a bold move with braille edition for blind readers
The world is becoming increasingly aware of the importance of accessibility and inclusion in all aspects of life, and the fashion industry is no exception. In a groundbreaking move, British Vogue released its first-ever braille edition and an audio format of the May issue to … [Read more...] about British Vogue makes a bold move with braille edition for blind readers
How slum residents in India are redesigning their future homes
How do you successfully help residents of a slum move into housing that improves their quality of life while maintaining a strong sense of community? You let them in on the design process and hear them out. At least that is what is happening in an informal settlement in the … [Read more...] about How slum residents in India are redesigning their future homes